Contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction: Overcoming Chronic Fatigue Is Important—and Doable

Part 1: Understanding the Key Basic Issues

1Key Issues You Need to Know about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

2Medically Diagnosing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

3Theories about the Causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

4Chronic Psychological and Medical Conditions That Often Coexist with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Part 2: Learning How Medications May Help

5The Rochester Center Study on Stimulants and Chronic Fatigue

6Understanding Stimulants and Their Role in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Part 3: Treating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Resolving Key Symptoms

7Chronic Fatigue and Coping with Its Impact on Life

8Managing Chronic Pain

9Brain Fog: What It Is and How You Can Gain Relief

10Sleep: Why It’s Important and How to Get Enough

Conclusion

Appendixes

Appendix A: Ten Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Appendix B: Glossary

Appendix C: Screening Measures

Bibliography

Index